Music Study and Brain Rehabilitation

What a fascinating story of a man who suffered debilitating brain injury, but retains his musical memory.

Music Study and Memorization

Another article highlighting the impact of music study on the brain. Four months of study is a short investment considering the outcome!

The Musician’s Pedigree

This excellent article is a fabulous reminder of all that goes into the development of a professional musician.  

Mental Health Benefits of Music Study Long-Lasting

This article highlights the lasting impact of music lessons on the brain. We know that music study changes the brain and this encouraging article points to lasting mental health benefits.

Effective Practice is Deliberate Practice

Less is more!

Help your children learn this important lesson in their daily practice and in how you frame the experience of ‘practicing’ in your home.

Suzuki Student with Cochlear Implant

Don’t miss this video. What a fabulous reminder to keep your head up and eyes on the goal when presented with challenges. Thank you, Emily!

Music in the Congo

This is a great reminder to be thankful for the resources and opportunities we have and also to embrace joy in music! 

Music Study – Valuable Gift

This brief article lists several studies that highlight the value of music study during childhood.

As an aside, their bow hold shapers are pretty fabulous as well. I would always recommend students work to develop a bow hold on their own power, but there are times when physical issues or quirky emotional struggles emerge around the bow hold. When it’s time to set those things aside and get the student on to music making, give one of their bow hold shapers a try!

Youth Orchestra in Iraq

What would you be willing to overcome for music? What would your older students be willing to overcome for music?

A fabulous window into thankfulness and joy in music making!

Confirming the Benefits of Early Music Lessons

This article sheds light on truths Early Childhood Music teachers have long known. Music study in childhood is a decidedly good thing!

I especially love this quote that states that the benefits are not so much in relation to the so-called ‘Mozart Effect,’ but relate more to the process involved in the study of music.

“Instead, these are studies of the effects of active engagement and discipline. This kind of musical training improves the brain’s ability to discern the components of sound — the pitch, the timing and the timbre.”

The bulk of my professional work is to create an environment that promotes active engagement and discipline. This is exciting to read!